The Journey to a Tip-Top Professional Profile

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The Journey to a Tip-Top Professional ProfileHow to Make the Most of Your Resume and LinkedIn First... some feedbackWhat did you guys think of editing those resumes? What did it make you wonder?Putting It All TogetherMake sure the information lines up Add recruiters on LinkedIn after you give them your resumeHyperlink your profile!Part One: Content Mission StatementMYTH: Objectives are bad.REALITY: Add some personality to your resume: define your values!Example: "I am a passionate social media strategist who believes humanizing digital content is key to driving results."ExperienceMyth: Employers want to know WHAT you've done.REALITY: Employers want to know WHY they should care. Include stats, results, and key action words Tailor for the job you want!EXAMPLESEducation and Skills MYTH: Education should go on the top of your resume with no GPAREALITY: Put it on towards the bottom (remember WHY they're communicating!), and include that GPASkills: Once again, tailor to the job, stick to hard or softEXAMPLEPart Two: StyleFontMYTH: Stick to classic fonts like Times New RomanREALITY: AVOID. TIMES. NEW. ROMAN.Serif FontsSans-Serif FontsCrimson TextAleoAlegryaOld Standard TTPlayfair DisplayLibre BaskervilleArimoComfortoaOpen SansLatoJosefin SansNoto SansColorMYTH: Color is bad- avoid at all costs!REALITY: Color can add personality- just keep it professional and use it wisely LayoutMYTH: Keep it traditional; one-inch margins, nothing fancyREALITY: Play around with layout- it helps your resume stand out.Push those margins9-12 font sizingAdd cool borders to make it easier to readDesigners- play even more when applicableFor more info: Check out The Daily Muse's 45 Quick Changes That Help Your Resume Get Noticed OtherFont size- 9 to 12 for informationHYPERLINK YOUR WORK!Profile Photo TaglineHeaderKeep it professional!You are more than just a student!***IMPORTANT: Under "Contact Info," customize your URL (Remember Google!) Example: www.linked.com/in/paxtonmittlemanInformationInclude everything you possibly can: Publications, Projects, ALL experience, Volunteer work, Interests, etc. Ask for Recommendations from employersAdd different links and media: Take Advantage of That Toolbar!Profile: Set what the public can and cannot seeConnections: find UD Alumni and set up some interviewsJobs: Another Internship/Job search toolInterests: Join groups, blog on LinkedIn (WRITING), follow companies for updates/influencers